The 2026 Mogok Supply Squeeze: Why Unheated Rubies Are the Decade’s Hardest Asset The global gemstone market has entered a transformative era in 2026, defined by a “Supply Squeeze” that has fundamentally rewired the valuation of colored stones. At the … Continued
The U.S. Diamond Market in Flux: A 2026 Outlook Amidst Evolving Tariffs The United States diamond market, a perennial titan in global luxury, is navigating an unprecedented period of uncertainty and strategic realignment. Recent tariff adjustments under Section 122 of … Continued
The Inevitable Shift: My Diamond Market Forecast 2026 While this forecast highlights global trends, every diamond is unique. Neil Beaty provides the forensic precision needed to apply these 2026 market shifts to your specific collection. As a gem professional who … Continued
Argyle Pink Diamonds 2026: The Secondary Market Explosion and Investor’s Guide The November 2020 closure of Rio Tinto’s Argyle Mine in Western Australia was a seismic event that permanently altered the landscape of luxury assets. For over 37 years, … Continued
Gemstone Sideline Traders 2026: The Comprehensive Guide to Boutique Gem Commerce The gemstone market of 2026 has undergone a profound transformation. While massive conglomerates continue to dominate the “Big Three” (Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald) trade, a new class of professional has … Continued
Colored Stone Price Trends: The 2026 Investment Outlook In 2026, the global gemstone market is entering a “Golden Era of Transparency.” While white diamonds continue to face extreme volatility due to the high saturation of the lab-grown sector, the “Big … Continued
Ruby Price Trends: 2026 Market Overview and Investment Forecast For centuries, the ruby has been hailed as the “King of Gemstones.” While other stones drift in and out of fashion, the ruby remains the ultimate symbol of power, passion, and … Continued
Cobalt Blue Spinel Price Trends: 2026 Market Overview For decades, spinel was the “gemologist’s gem”—highly respected by experts but largely ignored by the public. That changed when cobalt-rich deposits were discovered in Vietnam and later Tanzania. Unlike standard blue spinels, … Continued
[sc_fs_faq html=”false” headline=”h2″ img=”” question=”1. What exactly is a “Yowah Nut”” img_alt=”” css_class=””] A Yowah Nut is a unique variety of Queensland Boulder Opal found only in the Yowah region. It consists of a spherical or walnut-shaped ironstone concretion (nodule) … Continued
The Colored Gemstone Gold Rush: Prices Soar, Record Discoveries Emerge, and Ethical Sourcing Takes Center Stage in 2025 The global gemstone market is experiencing a profound shift, defined by dramatic price appreciation, monumental new discoveries, and a consumer-driven push for … Continued